Rev. Dr. Richard Blue Jr. has devoted his ministry to the renewal and replanting of declining congregations, guiding churches through transformation, confl ict, and system-wide change toward renewed health and mission. With a Doctor of Ministry in Postmodern Apologetics and credentials as a Board-Certifi ed Chaplain, he brings both theological depth and practical experience to helping pastors and congregations rediscover their purpose in the Gospel. Having successfully led a church replant and revitalized multiple congregations facing decline, Dr. Blue understands the complexities of church systems, leadership dynamics, and the spiritual care needed during times of conflict and change. He currently serves as Senior Pastor of St. James Lutheran Church in Greenfield, Indiana, where he has helped lead the congregation into its first season of growth in decades. Richard and his wife, Rev. Amanda Blue, serve together as a clergy couple and are raising their two children, Ricky Lee and Anna Marie, with a shared passion for seeing churches and families renewed by the power of the Gospel.